Qureos Mentor

Dallas County

JOB DESCRIPTION
 Supervises the operations of an assigned court and/or assigned cases including staff supervision, evaluation and training.
 
Management Scope: May generally supervise staff.
 RESPONSIBILITIES
 1. Manages the court docket by assigning cases and work to felony prosecutors, attorneys and other staff.
 
2. Authorizes reduction in level or class of offenses, recommends PR bonds, approves granting of probation and signs various types of dismissals.
 
3. Resolves disputes between the court, defense attorneys and staff, and determines appropriate actions to be taken for unusual, extremely serious or complex situations.
 
4. Ensures that records and documents are accurate, up-to-date and processed in accordance with standard procedures.
 
5. Evaluates assigned cases or lawsuits by: 
 reviewing documentation,
 
 conducting and interpreting legal research on applicable law, rules and regulations,
 
 interviewing witnesses or persons with knowledge of the cases,
 
 gathering evidence, and
 
 determining the appropriate action(s) to be taken.
 
6. Drafts, files and responds to motions, briefs or other legal documents for trials and/or hearings.
 
7. Explains legal process to potential witnesses, prepares witnesses for court testimony and ensures clients or victims/families are kept informed on status of case.
 
8. Gathers, prepares and presents evidence, exhibits and related materials for trials or hearings.
 
9. Represents the State or clients in pre-trials, evidentiary hearings and jury/court trials by:
 
 conducting jury selection,
 
 presenting opening statements,
 
 conducting direct and cross-examinations of witnesses, and
 
 presenting closing arguments.
 
10. Assesses strengths and weaknesses of cases, negotiates settlements or plea-bargains and obtains approval, if necessary, of plea-bargain agreements
 
11. Prepares legal documents if settlements or plea-bargain agreements are reached and ensures proper signatures are secured and documents filed as required.
 
12. Conducts presentations at conferences and seminars; instructs law enforcement and other criminal justice personnel in legal aspects of investigations, prosecutions and other litigation; and speaks before community and citizens groups.
 
13. Performs other duties as assigned.
 QUALIFICATIONS
 
Education, Experience and Training: 
Graduation from an accredited law school. Four (4) years of experience practicing law.
 
Special Requirements/Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: 
Requires a current license to practice law in the State of Texas. Requires experience as lead prosecutor for more-complex felony cases, as lead counsel in conjunction with more serious or complex civil litigation, or extensive appellate work on direct appeals and capital writs.
 
Physical/Environmental Requirements: 
Standard office and court environment.

0000006890.ATTORNEY V.DISTRICT ATTORNEY 'S OFFICE

JOB DESCRIPTION
 With minimal supervision and oversight, performs advanced legal work in the area assigned. Work involves litigation and legal research; drafting legal documents; and interpreting laws, rules, and regulations. Work is performed under general direction with authority to make tactical and legal decisions in connection with assigned cases OR prosecutes the more complex general or special-category felony cases in assigned court. Performs case evaluation, preparation and management; represents the state in pre-trial and evidentiary hearings and jury/court trials; and ensures effective communications with defense attorneys, court personnel, victims and family members, witnesses, and other interested parties.
 RESPONSIBILITIES
 1. Evaluates criminal complaints in order to decide whether or not to accept or reject the case for prosecution, to determine the appropriate charge to be filed and to prepare the required documentation for indictment.
 
2. Evaluates assigned case or lawsuit by: · reviewing documentation, · conducting necessary legal research on applicable law, · interviewing witnesses or persons with knowledge of the case, · gathering evidence, and · determining most appropriate action(s) to be taken.
 
3. Drafts, files and responds to necessary motions, briefs, or other legal documents for trial and/or hearing.
 
4. Explains legal process to potential witnesses and prepares witnesses for court testimony and ensures client of victim/family kept informed on status of case.
 
5. Gathers, prepares, and presents evidence, exhibits, and related material for trial or hearing.
 
6. Represents the State or client in trial and hearings by: · conducting jury selection, · presenting opening statements, · conducting direct and cross-examinations of witnesses, and · presenting closing arguments.
 
7. Negotiates settlements or plea-bargain. Obtains approval, if necessary, of plea-bargain agreement if reached.
 
8. Prepares necessary legal document if settlement or plea-bargain agreement is reached and ensures proper signatures are secured and documents filed as required.
 
9. Manages court docket and case schedules to ensure court deadlines are met and records and documentation are accurate and up-to-date.
 
10. Trains or assists in training Attorneys I, II, and III.
 
11. On an as needed basis, may perform some of the duties of the Section Chief on a short-term temporary basis.
 
12. Performs other duties as assigned.
 QUALIFICATIONS
 
Education, Experience and Training: 
Graduation from an accredited law school with a current license to practice law in the State of Texas. Two (2) years and six (6) months of experience practicing law. Experience as lead prosecutor for all levels of felony offenses, serving as lead counsel in conjunction with civil litigation, or extensive appellate work on direct appeals is required.
 
Special Requirements/Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: 
Requires a current license to practice law in the State of Texas.
 
Physical/Environmental Requirements: 
Normal office environment.
 
Disclaimer: 
This is an “at will” position with no civil service or other appellate rights. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.

0000009166.ATTORNEY IV.DISTRICT ATTORNEY 'S OFFICE

JOB DESCRIPTION
 Performs assignments involving litigation and legal research with authority to make tactical and legal decisions in connections with assigned cases OR prosecutes felony cases in assigned court, to include case evaluation, preparation and management.
 RESPONSIBILITIES
 1. Evaluates criminal complaints, accepts or rejects cases for prosecution, determines appropriate charges to be filed, and prepares required documentation for indictments.
 
2. Evaluates assigned cases or lawsuits by: 
 reviewing documentation,
 
 conducting and interpreting legal research on applicable laws, rules and interviewing witnesses or persons with knowledge of the cases, and
 
 gathering evidence.
 
3. Drafts, files, and responds to motions, briefs or other legal documents for trials and/or hearings.
 
4. Explains legal process to potential witnesses, prepares witnesses for court testimony, and ensures clients or victims/families are kept informed on status of cases.
 
5. Gathers, prepares and presents evidence, exhibits and related material for trials or hearings.
 
6. Represents the State or clients in hearings and jury/court trials by:
 
 conducting jury selection,
 
 presenting opening statements,
 
 conducting direct and cross-examinations of witnesses, and
 
 presenting closing arguments.
 
7. Negotiates settlements or plea-bargains and obtains approval of plea-bargains or settlement agreements.
 
8. Prepares legal documents, if settlements or plea-bargain agreements are reached, and ensures proper signatures are secured and documents filed as required.
 
9. May manage court dockets and case schedules to ensure deadlines are met and records and documentation are accurate and up-to-date.
 
10. Trains or assists in training Attorneys I and II.
 
11. Performs other duties as assigned.
 QUALIFICATIONS
 
Education, Experience and Training: 
Graduation from an accredited law school. One (1) year of experience practicing law.
 
Special Requirements/Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: 
Requires a current license to practice law in the State of Texas. Requires experience as a lead prosecutor for all levels of misdemeanor offenses, or experience providing legal services in conjunction with civil litigation, or appellate work on direct appeals.
 
Physical/Environmental Requirements: 
Standard office and court room environment.

0000009756.ATTORNEY III.DISTRICT ATTORNEY 'S OFFICE

JOB DESCRIPTION
 Directs and manages the operations of an organizational section of the District Attorney's Office. Directs, evaluates and trains attorneys/prosecutors and staff. Oversees all operations including case assignments, docket call, and plea bargains or settlement negotiations. Prosecutes or litigates the most complex and serious or highly visible cases. Performs case evaluation, preparation and management; represents the state/client in pre-trial and evidentiary hearings and jury/court trials; and ensures effective communication with defense attorneys, court personnel, victims and family members, witnesses, the general public, the media and other interested parties. Work involves litigation and legal research; drafting legal documents; and interpreting laws, rules and regulations. Work is performed independently with general direction and guidance from the Division Director.
 
Management Scope: Trains and supervises staff.
 RESPONSIBILITIES
 1. Directs and manages the overall operation, including the court docket, if applicable, which includes assigning cases and work to felony prosecutors, attorneys and/or staff.
 
2. May prepare budgetary input, attend management meetings, provide input on policies and procedures, and perform related operational management duties.
 
3. Supervises, evaluates and trains staff.
 
4. Authorizes reduction in level or class of offenses, recommends PR bonds, approves granting of probation, and signs various types of dismissals.
 
5. Resolves disputes between the court, defense attorneys and staff; and determines appropriate action to be taken for unusual or extremely serious or complex situations.
 
6. Ensures that records and documentation are accurate, up-to-date and processed in accordance with standard procedures.
 
7. Evaluates assigned cases or lawsuits by: 
 reviewing documentation,
 
 conducting necessary legal research on applicable laws,
 
 interviewing witnesses or persons with knowledge of the cases,
 
 gathering evidence, and
 
 determining most appropriate action(s) to be taken.
 
8. Drafts, files and responds to necessary motions, briefs or other legal documents for trials and/or hearings.
 
9. Explains legal process to potential witnesses, prepares witnesses for court testimony, and ensures clients or victims/families are kept informed on status of cases.
 
10. Gathers, prepares and presents evidence, exhibits, and related material for trials or hearings.
 
11. Represents the State or client in trials and hearings by: 
 conducting jury selection,
 
 presenting opening statements,
 
 conducting direct and cross-examinations of witnesses, and
 
 presenting closing arguments.
 
12. Assesses strengths and weaknesses of cases and negotiates settlements or plea-bargain. Obtains approval, if necessary, if plea bargain or settlement agreement is reached.
 
13. Prepares necessary legal documents, if settlements or plea-bargain agreements is reached, and ensures proper signatures are secured and documents filed as required.
 
14. Conducts presentations at conferences and seminars; instructs law enforcement and other criminal justice personnel in legal aspects of investigations, prosecutions, and other litigation; and speaks before community and citizens groups.
 
15. Performs other duties as assigned.
 QUALIFICATIONS
 
Education, Experience and Training: 
Graduation from an accredited law school with a current license to practice law in the State of Texas. Five (5) years experience practicing law. Experience supervising other attorneys or equivalent managerial work and/or extensive experience in advanced legal work relevant to assigned section.
 
Special Requirements/Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: 
Requires a current license to practice law in the State of Texas. Requires experience supervising other attorneys or equivalent managerial work and/or extensive experience in advanced legal work relevant to assigned section.
 
Physical/Environmental Requirements: 
Standard office and court room environment.

0000003417.ATTORNEY VI(MANAGING ATTORNEY).DISTRICT ATTORNEY-JUVENILE

0000003380.ATTORNEY V.DISTRICT ATTORNEY 'S OFFICE

JOB DESCRIPTION
 Working under moderate supervision, performs a variety of complex court tasks for Judges, prosecutors, attorneys, pro se litigants, managers, supervisors, and other County Departments which may include: preparation, processing and reconciling a variety of legal documents and/or records; researching and resolving problems/issues; and interact effectively with the public. May serve as the court administrator or liaison on behalf of the courts to ensure accurate and timely response and/or recording of cases into the court’s official records. Works within a well-defined framework of policies and procedures.
 RESPONSIBILITIES
 1. Receives, prepares, verifies, and processes documents including routine correspondence and legal documents; copies forms and other materials; may process and create new cases; may schedule hearings; and ensures case information is properly entered into the court’s official record in accordance with established procedures.
 
2. Researches and analyzes request to respond to inquiries, problems, issues, and exceptions to resolve discrepancies; and manage assigned caseload.
 
3. Serves as a liaison between prosecutors, attorneys, Judges, witnesses, victims, granting and law enforcement agencies, and other County departments. May serve as court administrator on behalf of the courts.
 
4. Maintains confidentiality of cases. Determines action to be taken to comply with statues and court orders. Processes time sensitive documents in accordance with all applicable County, State and Federal statutes
 
5. Scans, indexes, and performs quality assurance of documents in case management system.
 
6. Performs other duties as assigned.
 QUALIFICATIONS
 
Education, Experience and Training: 
Graduation from an accredited high school/GED program. Four (4) years job related experience or 60 college hours or a combination of the two.
 
Special Requirements/Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: 
Ability to type 35 wpm or 70 kspm. Ability to operate office equipment. Knowledge of computer applications and standard word processing software. Ability to enter data. Knowledge of criminal justice system. Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, organize, plan, and process work, and establish and maintain effective, working relationships with employees and the general public. Ability to make decisions in accordance with established policies and procedures.
 
Physical/Environmental Requirements: 
Standard office environment. May require prolonged kneeling, sitting, standing, walking, and the ability to lift and carry files, boxes, and other materials up to 25 lbs., unassisted.

0000001353.COURT CLERK.DISTRICT CLERK CRIMINAL SECTION

0000000570.COURT CLERK.COUNTY CLERK-CRIMINAL

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